Shelley Kloba is a Democratic member of the Washington State House of Representatives, representing District 1, Position 2. Elected in 2016, she has served continuously since 2017, focusing on education, public health, environmental issues, and gambling policy. Notable achievements include passing 2019 legislation creating a voluntary self-exclusion program for individuals with gambling disorders and advancing regulations for Washington's legal cannabis industry to protect children and ensure business compliance. She currently serves as Vice Chair of the Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans Committee and as a member of the Consumer Protection & Business and Environment & Energy committees. Previously, she was Co-Chair of the Regulated Substances & Gaming Committee and held roles on other committees like Agriculture and Natural Resources and Capital Budget.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: B.S. in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois ; Seattle Massage School with Honors ; Certificate in Energy Policy Planning from the University of Idaho .
• Early Advocacy: Began as a parent advocate in local PTAs, serving as Washington State PTA Legislative Director , Kirkland Park Board member , and trustee for the Lake Washington School Foundation .
• Local Government: Appointed and elected to Kirkland City Council , where she supported initiatives like the Eastside Human Services Forum, King County Domestic Violence Initiative, King County Cities Climate Collaboration, and King County Board of Health.
• Professional Background: Owner of Shelley Kloba Massage and Personal Training ; Massage Therapist at The Donaldson Clinic ; Campaign Manager for Friends of Brian Conlin .
• Community Involvement: Community Advisor for Evergreen Health ; Secretary, Washington Massage Alliance for Health ; Precinct Committee Officer, 45th Legislative District Democrats .